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Enumclaw, Washington

Introduction to Enumclaw, Washington

Enumclaw, Washington, in King County, is 16 miles SE of Kent, Washington (center to center) and 32 miles SE of CitySeattle, Washington. The city is part of the Seattle - Bellevue - Everett metropolitan statistical area (MSA). About 11,116 people live in Enumclaw.

Enumclaw History

Frank and Mary Stevenson built their farmhouse in 1879 in the area now known as Enumclaw. In 1885, the area was platted. Enumclaw derived its name from an Indian term meaning "loud noise" or "home of the evil spirits." The Chicago, Milwaukee, St. Paul and Pacific Railroad first entered the city in 1910. Enumclaw was officially incorporated as a city on January 27, 1913.

Enumclaw and nearby Attractions

  • Mud Mountain Dam
  • Federation Forest State Park
  • Crystal Mountain
  • Foothills Historical Society Museum
  • Kanaskat/ Palmer Recreation Area
  • Children's Museum of Tacoma

Things To Do In Enumclaw

The City of Enumclaw offers numerous recreational facilities for both visitors and residents. You can visit the Enumclaw Aquatic Center during your leisure time. The Enumclaw Park, Martin Johnson Park, Montgomery Park, Dwight Garrett Park, and Nolte State Park are also worth visiting. In addition, you can plan a day trip to the Enchanted Village and Wild Waves and Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium.

Enumclaw Transportation

The nearest international airport is Seattle-Tacoma International Airport.

Enumclaw Higher Education

Higher educational opportunities are provided at Green River Community College, Highline Community College, and Pacific Lutheran University.

Comparative Profile of Enumclaw, WA

Comparing Enumclaw to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Washington (State):

Ratings range from 1 (lowest) to 10 (highest).


The People

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Children Under 5 Years Old76
Well-Paid Single Men78
Well-Paid Single Women78
Female Share of the Population69
Senior Citizens67
Male Share of the Population53
Age of the Population46
Racial Diversity33

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Average Household Size66
Portion of People Married55

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Median Family Income79
People in Middle Class or Better68
People Above Poverty68
College Educated Adults56

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Walking and Biking to Work87
Working at Home74
Public Transportation Use65
Short Commute Times11

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Housing Recently Built98
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals87
People Living Alone67
Affordability of Property Taxes43
Seasonal and Vacation Housing43
Affordability of Rents44

Crime

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Low Violent Crime66
Low Property Crime46

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